The Pittsburgh Steelers faced backlash from fans following the attendance of current and former players at a rally hosted by President Donald Trump. Quarterback Mason Rudolph, safety Miles Killebrew, and ex-running back Rocky Bleier presented Trump with a Steelers jersey, leading to a mix of reactions among the fanbase. The team responded to fans expressing their concerns, emphasizing that players have the right to their personal opinions and their actions don't reflect the views of the organization.

Rudolph defended the decision, citing freedom of speech while acknowledging the varied responses from fans. While some felt the players should avoid political endorsements, others supported their rights to express themselves. The Steelers reiterated their commitment to valuing fan feedback while maintaining that individual actions by players do not equate to a unified stance from the franchise.